Elvis, born in Tupelo, Mississippi, on January 8, 1935, would have been 77 years old today had he not died an untimely death in his Graceland mansion bathroom on August 16, 1977. Elvis Presley fans from all over the world are in Memphis to celebrate the King's birthday today.

Today's grand festivities kick off with the cutting of a "super-sized" birthday cake with sprinkles and all the best frosting at Graceland and the annual proclamation of Elvis Presley Day by Memphis and Shelby County officials. There will also be a Gospel Tribute and a special ceremony at Graceland, with fans singing “Happy Birthday” to the singer.

Local officials are reporting a shortage of candles and chocolate in the metro Memphis area. Most donut shops are having trouble meeting the demand.

“I have the hot donuts here in my van,” Red said by cell phone as he rushed the confections to an undisclosed location ....